“I’m supporting Tasha Boerner Horvath because California needs tough and effective leaders in the Legislature who will fight for quality jobs, equality for all, and protect our air and water.”— Congressman Scott Peters

CONGRESSIONAL AND State Endorsements

“Tasha Boerner Horvath is the experienced, effective leader that North County residents deserve to have represent them in the State Assembly. She knows how to work with diverse interests to get things done and will fight for safe neighborhoods, better resourced schools, clean air and water, and an economy that works for everyone. Please join me in supporting Tasha Boerner Horvath for the 76th Assembly District.”

— California State Controller Betty T. Yee

“Councilwoman Tasha Boerner Horvath is a smart, thoughtful, and responsive leader with a proven record of delivering results for North County.”

— Assemblymember Todd Gloria

Congressman Scott Peters

State Controller Betty Yee

State Board of Equalization Member and Candidate for State Treasurer Fiona Ma

State Senator Ben Hueso

State Senator Ricardo Lara

State Senator Connie Leyva

State Senator & Assemblymember Dede Alpert (ret.)

State Assemblymember Cecilia Aguiar-Curry

State Assemblymember Joaquin Arambula

State Assemblymember Marc Berman

State Assemblymember Richard Bloom

State Assemblymember Rob Bonta

State Assemblymember Autumn Burke

State Assemblymember Anna Caballero

State Assemblymember Ian Calderón

State Assemblymember Wendy Carrillo

State Assemblymember Ed Chau

State Assemblymember David Chiu

State Assemblymember Kansen Chu

State Assemblymember Jim Cooper

State Assemblymember Susan Eggman

State Assemblymember Laura Friedman

State Assemblymember Mike Gipson

State Assemblymember Todd Gloria

State Assemblymember Lorena Gonzalez Fletcher

State Assemblymember Timothy Grayson

State Assemblymember Chris Holden

State Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin

State Assemblymember Reginald Jones-Sawyer

State Assemblymember Ash Kalra

State Assemblymember Monique Limón

State Assemblymember Evan Low

State Assemblymember Kevin McCarty

State Assemblymember Sharon Quirk-Silva

State Assemblymember Luz Rivas

State Assemblymember Blanca Rubio

State Assemblymember Miguel Santiago

State Assemblymember Tony Thurmond

State Assemblymember Phil Ting

State Assemblymember Dr. Shirley Weber

Assembly District 76 Endorsements

“As a local Councilmember, Tasha Boerner Horvath has demonstrated a unique ability to bring diverse groups of people together in order to get things done.”

— Encinitas Mayor Catherine S. Blakespear

“Tasha Boerner Horvath is an experienced and effective leader who is ready to get things done for Carlsbad in Sacramento. As our Assemblymember, we can count on Tasha to fully fund our schools, create good paying local jobs, safeguard our most vulnerable residents, and protect our beaches and open space.”

The California Democratic Legislative Women’s Caucus announced their endorsement of Democrat Tasha Boerner Horvath in her campaign for State Assembly District 76. "When women are elected to state legislative offices, the issues that are elevated change,” said Assemblymember Cristina Garcia, Chair of the California Democratic Legislative Women’s Caucus. “We think Tasha Boerner Horvath can join our collective voice and further magnify the work we are doing for women and families in our golden state.”

Encinitas, CA — Encinitas City Councilmember Tasha Boerner Horvath announced her entrance into the race for California’s 76th Assembly District today. Boerner Horvath, a Democrat, is running for the seat currently occupied by Republican Assemblymember Rocky Chávez.

In announcing her campaign, Tasha released the following statement:

“North County residents deserve an Assemblymember who shares the values of our region, and someone who can cut through the bureaucracy in Sacramento to get things done for our communities. In the Assembly, I will be your champion on issues we care about. I will lead on policies that empower hardworking families, fully fund our public schools, safeguard our most vulnerable populations, and protect the natural beauty of California. I will use my experience in the private sector to grow our economy and ensure that our state’s government reflects the same spirit of innovation that our businesses and residents are known for.”

The Boerner Horvath campaign also announced the following early endorsements:

State Assemblymember Todd Gloria

State Assemblymember Lorena Gonzalez Fletcher

Carlsbad Councilmember Cori Schumacher

Del Mar Councilmember Ellie Haviland

Encinitas Mayor Catherine S. Blakespear

Encinitas Councilmember Joe Mosca

Escondido Councilmember Olga Diaz

Imperial Beach Mayor Serge Dedina

Imperial Beach Councilmember Mark West

La Mesa Councilmember Colin Parent

Lemon Grove Mayor Racquel Vasquez

Lemon Grove Councilmember David Arambula

Lemon Grove Councilmember Jennifer Mendoza

National City Councilmember Mona Rios

San Diego City Attorney Mara Elliott

San Diego City Councilmember Barbara Bry

San Diego City Councilmember Chris Ward

San Diego City Councilmember David Alvarez

Tasha Boerner Horvath is a mother, community leader, businesswoman, City Councilmember, and third-generation Encinitan. Prior to her election to the Encinitas City Council in 2016, she served as a member of the city’s planning commission. Professionally, Tasha has worked as a consultant for non-profits, global Fortune 500 companies, higher education institutions, and international organizations. In response to her daughter's struggle with sensory process disorder, Tasha started a business designing sensory-friendly clothing for girls.

Tasha earned an A.B.D. in Political Science and an M.A. in International Studies from Claremont Graduate University Institute of Politics and Policy. Tasha studied at the Humboldt University of Berlin for part of her graduate work. She received her B.A. in Political Science from the University of California.

Tasha and her husband, Istvan, are the proud parents of two children.

About the 76th Assembly DistrictCalifornia’s 76th State Assembly District includes the cities of Carlsbad, Encinitas, Oceanside, and Vista, as well as the Camp Pendleton Marine Base. Less than one percentage point separates Democrats and Republicans in voter registration, giving the seat a closer gap between the two parties than any other congressional, senate, or assembly district in California. Hillary Clinton defeated Donald Trump in the district by a margin of more than 12% last year.